Rhodochrosite and Ekanite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Brittle
Not Available
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.0-3.3
3.28-3.32
Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle
Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Uneven
Cleavage
On {10 1 1} perfect; parting on {10 1 2}
{101} Distinct
Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
6-6.5
Chemical Composition
MnCO3
ThCa 2Si 8O 20Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Rhodochrosite and Ekanite Chemical Formula
While comparing Rhodochrosite and Ekanite physical properties, the important data you should know is its chemical composition. Since chemical formula defines the molecular structure of the crystal, most of the physical properties like color, tenacity, solubility are governed by Rhodochrosite and Ekanite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Rhodochrosite- MnCO3
- Chemical formula of Ekanite- ThCa 2Si 8O 20Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Rhodochrosite and Ekanite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rhodochrosite and Ekanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rhodochrosite and Ekanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rhodochrosite is 3.28-3.32 whereas that of Ekanite is 3.28-3.32.